Queens of the Stone Age reign at Hangout Fest

GULF SHORES, Alabama – Fans pulsated along with the heavy rock riffs of Queen of the Stone Age at Hangout Fest 2014 Friday night.

Band founder and lead singer Josh Homme kept the crowd going with his enigmatic energy and a constant dialogue.

Lounging in the sand beyond the standing room only masses, Tim Batalon of Bloomington, Indiana lay back with his eyes closed enjoying the music. "They're killing it. This crowd is nuts. I wish I could have gotten closer," said Batalon.

Dhane Chesson of Winter Park, Florida loved the inclusiveness of their performance. "People in their 20s were digging it, so were people in their 30s and 40s. It transcended generations," said Chesson.